Automotive Technician

About the Company

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is part of Bridgestone Americas and employs over 22,000 teammates in North America. BSRO operates more than 2,200 company-owned stores, including Firestone Complete Auto Care, Tires Plus, and Wheel Works locations. With locations across North America and more than $4.5 billion in tire and auto service sales, Bridgestone Retail Operations offers a dynamic environment to build a career. As a valued teammate, you’ll be part of our mission to Serve Society with Superior Quality.

About the Role

The Automotive Technician position requires technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, along with leadership and mentoring skills to drive team performance and enhance customer satisfaction.

Our technicians enjoy a performance-based compensation model known as flat-rate pay. This system rewards skilled professionals with a predetermined amount for each eligible task, fostering efficiency and ensuring fair compensation for expertise and dedication.

Pay

Pay Range: $18.38 - $27.62 (reflects average productivity by region). All employees receive pay that meets or exceeds applicable minimum wage requirements.

Responsibilities

• Change oil, transmission fluid, and filters
• Install batteries and check electrical systems
• Perform tire maintenance
• Install parts
• Road test vehicles

Requirements

• Reading and writing ability
• Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks
• Valid automobile driver’s license at all times; must be able to drive customer and company vehicles
• Minimum 2 years of automotive repair experience, completion of a Vocational-Technical School program in a related field, or demonstrated skills via third-party certificates/assessments
• A.S.E. certification in at least one of A1-A8 is required (new hires with external similar qualifications/certifications will have up to 2 years of employment to comply)

Benefits

• Competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees
• Paid vacation and holidays
• 401k plan
• Performance incentives
• Formal training and regular mentorship
• Supportive and engaging onboarding experience
• Opportunities for development and growth
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities
• Global, dynamic, and challenging work environment
• Agility and work/life effectiveness support
• Inclusive team culture

Company Values

At Bridgestone, we believe people can only provide superior service and quality when they feel safe bringing their whole selves to work. We champion all perspectives, individuals, and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We encourage you to show us what you’re made of—whether it’s the smart, tough, bold, beautiful, or brave aspects of who you are—because who you are is what we need.